salary$79,160 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,020per year
Top pay (top 10%)$132,060per year
Jobs in the area770people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Fresno?
OK. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 27.1% of the median firefighter salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make in Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Fresno, CA area is $79,160 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $51,020 and $132,060.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 27.1% of the median firefighter salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Fresno, CA metro area.